Purpose:

Directs and oversees the structure, development, delivery, and administration of all clinical services; provides leadership and direction to specific agency clinical functions and operations; assists in determining and defining the human service needs of the community as a basis for service development and ensures that resources are utilized in a manner that maximizes the cost-effectiveness of services provided; articulates C4’s mission and vision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Studies analyzes and reviews entire agency services and appropriations to ascertain

effectiveness of services provided, makes recommendation of types of services offered, and provides leadership to achieve optimum results within the guidelines and resources of the agency

2. Evaluates the type of services provided by the agency in relation to specified goals and

standards and recommends modification where appropriate

3. Monitors operation of all clinical services and adjusts as necessary to accomplish goals

4. Monitors clinical activity and reporting patterns of services to ensure that contractual obligations are met

5. Negotiates contracts and/or working agreements to support agency operations

6. Makes recommendations regarding control and utilization of physical and financial resources

7. Manages and develops internal staff productivity targets

8. Ensures that all clinical reports, internal and external, are completed as necessary

9. Develops and maintains professional relationships with human services and government agencies health service vendors and private organizations to enhance service delivery and agency image

10. Interprets the functions of the agency to the community through direct involvement with public civic or private groups

11. Seeks growth opportunities in the provision of behavioral health care and other social services

12. Demonstrates active involvement in supervision as evidenced by constructive participation initiative and effort

13. Maintains professional licensure

14. Identifies professional goals and enhances job-related skills through staff development activities

15. Actively participates in the agency's assurance, accreditation, C4 Quality Management (C4QM) activities, and other special projects

16. Provides direction and leadership to Directors to ensure efficient and effective agency operations and to ensure that quality services are provided and maintained throughout all areas of agency operations

17. Assesses performance by monitoring the quality and quantity of job behaviors and evaluates performance annually in a timely manner

18. Actively incorporates how the billing process impacts the therapeutic process in clinical and programmatic supervision

19. Keeps up with current with agency policies and procedures

20. Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO

Minimum Qualifications:

1. MA/MS in Psychology or MSW required

2. Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) required

3. 5 to 10 years of experience in a clinical or administrative capacity

4. Willingness to work cooperatively with others in pursuit of organizational goals and objectives

5. Personal vehicle, Illinois driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and insurable driving record

Competencies (Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Experience):

1. Ability to be respectful of the diverse cultures of the people served and to provide culturally appropriate, competent and individualized treatment in accordance with each client’s age, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, and culture

2. Knowledge of and ability to adhere to confidentiality practices and procedures, as mandated by local, state, or federal law

3. Ability to presents a positive image of agency to clients and visitors